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Elevate your drawing technique in this one-day class taught by local art educator Mary Hendrix. Experiment with pencil, charcoal, conté crayon, and more while taking inspiration from the CMA collection. Mary Hendrix holds a bachelor’s degree in art from East Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in teaching from the UofSC. Ages 15 and up. All materials included.

Get insight on art from our knowledgeable group of interpretive guides. Docents will be stationed throughout the galleries to chat and answer questions about works on view. Look for their “Ask me about the art!” buttons to learn more.

Get insight on art from our knowledgeable group of interpretive guides. Docents will be stationed throughout the galleries to chat and answer questions about works on view. Look for their “Ask me about the art!” buttons to learn more.

Discover the rich artistic tapestry of South Carolina. See works by artists in our state and treasures that once adorned local homes. Learn about the Charleston Renaissance, Catawba pottery, and artists right here in Columbia while you explore works by Frank Lloyd Wright, Richard Samuel Roberts, Osamu Kobayashi, and more.

Long before the 21st century, emerging museum professionals have been voicing their resistance to the lack of inclusion and equity in museums including the lack of diversity in staff, exhibitions, and collections. The cultural climate in museums is currently facing a reckoning brought on by COVID-19 layoffs, museum closures, the death of George Floyd, and the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020. One of the voices calling for change is Stephanie Johnson-Cunningham. She presents the vision for Museum Hue, as well as outline strategies and tools for making museums more inclusive, accessible, and relevant.